Director, Technical Accounting
Highspring · Nashville, TN · 2 wk ago
HybridAccountingFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP/IFRS which would include preparation of Balance Sheet, Income Statement and Statement of Cash Flows and Stockholders Equity
- Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting monthly across multiple global entities
- Ensure timely and accurate quarterly bank compliance reporting
- Manage audits and regulatory compliance across jurisdictions
- Maintain and enforce internal controls and accounting policies
- Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures aligned with evolving standards and business needs
- Lead day-to-day accounting functions including revenue recognition, lease accounting and fixed asset accounting
- Oversee consolidation of international subsidiaries, including foreign currency considerations
- Ensure proper accounting for complex staffing revenue streams (e.g., time & materials, fixed price, direct hire) and intercompany transactions both across geographies and revenue streams
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Finance, Legal, Tax, FP&A) to assess accounting implications of business initiatives.
- Partner with executive leadership and private equity stakeholders on financial reporting and performance metrics
- Support board reporting, lender compliance, and covenant reporting
- Aid in M&A activities including due diligence, integration, divestiture and corresponding accounting treatment
- Own the quality and integrity of supporting schedules and workpapers, ensuring they are accurate, well-controlled, and presented at a level suitable for external audit and executive review
- Build and scale accounting processes to support cleanup of end-to-end accounting treatment from rapid growth and global expansion
- Evaluate and implement automation tools and reporting enhancements
- Drive continuous improvement in close cycles and reporting accuracy mainly through the introduction of AI tools and time-saving initiatives
- Exhibit a proactive communication style
- Lead, mentor, and develop a global accounting team
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- Serve as a visible, positive leader who helps energize the team, reinforce a culture of trust and respect, and build momentum within the office.
Team Leadership
- Exhibit a proactive communication style
- Lead, mentor, and develop a global accounting team
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- Serve as a visible, positive leader who helps energize the team, reinforce a culture of trust and respect, and build momentum within the office.